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Barista Tools & Accessories

Smart Scales: Do You Need Flow Rate Tracking for Better Espresso?

Is a smart scale with flow rate tracking worth the investment? We analyze how real-time data aids espresso extraction, troubleshooting,…

Barista Tools & Accessories

Bottomless Portafilters: Using Naked Extraction as a Diagnostic Tool

Stop guessing how your espresso extracts. Learn how a bottomless portafilter acts as the ultimate diagnostic tool to identify channeling…

Barista Tools & Accessories

Puck Screens: The Cheap Accessory That Changes Everything

Unlock better espresso with a puck screen. We explore how this affordable accessory improves extraction, prevents channeling, and simplifies machine…

Barista Tools & Accessories

Spring-Loaded Tampers: Do They Guarantee Espresso Consistency?

Do spring-loaded tampers actually improve espresso? We test if calibrated leveling tampers guarantee consistency and reduce channeling for home baristas.

Coffee Grinders

Single Dosing vs. Hopper: Which Espresso Workflow Suits Your Routine?

Single Dosing vs. Hopper: Discover the best espresso grinder workflow for your home bar. Compare freshness, speed, and waste to…

Coffee Grinders

Electric Grinders Under $300: Finding Value on a Budget

Looking for the best electric coffee grinder under $300? We review the top value picks, features to watch for, and…

Coffee Grinders

The Titan Grinder Debate: Is Bigger Always Better for Espresso?

Discover if Titan grinders with massive burrs truly improve home espresso. We explore the pros, cons, and diminishing returns of…

Coffee Grinders

Grinder RPM Profiling: Does Speed Alter Taste?

Does grinder RPM really change the taste of your espresso? We explain the science of variable speed grinding, how it…

Coffee Grinders

Seasoning Your Burrs: Myth or Essential Step?

Is seasoning your grinder burrs necessary? Discover why new burrs behave differently, how to break them in, and if it…

Espresso Machines

The Compact Kitchen: Best Espresso Machines for Small Spaces

Espresso Machines

Super-Automatic vs. Semi-Automatic: Which Machine Fits Your Lifestyle?

The Brew Lab (Guides)

Freezing Coffee: How to Build a Long-Term Bean Cellar

The Brew Lab (Guides)

The Case for Robusta: Why Traditional Italian Blends Deserve Respect

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